Goodale says the government is working harder to change attitudes to impaired driving.

“Many are even under the delusion that cannibis makes them drive better,” he says. “Earlier this month, I launched a $3 million Government of Canada public awareness campaign that seeks to change some of these dangerous and disturbing perceptions.”

Part of the campaign includes the release of public service announcements on television and social media, as well as promoting community engagement and education on impaired driving.

Goodale also notes the government has introduced Bill C-46 to the Senate, noting, when passed, it would make impaired driving offences in Canada the toughest in the world.